Latest News – The Horse

Miami-Dade County, Florida, Horses Missing
Authorities are searching for a Paso Fino gelding and Quarter Horse mare that went missing from their stalls on May 11.

Know the Signs of EPM, a Master of Disguise
With an early diagnosis and prompt treatment, horses can improve significantly and could return to normal activity.

Washington Owners Urged to Vaccinate Horses Against WNV
In 2016 Washington had 27 confirmed equine WNV cases, seven of which died or were euthanized.

Royal Mo Sustains Injury During Preakness Workout
Royal Mo fractured a sesamoid bone and was transported to PennVet’s New Bolton Center for treatment on Sunday.
BLM Pauses Emergency Wild Horse Gather
Thus far, the BLM has transported 70 horses from the water trap site to the Indian Lakes Facility in Fallon, Nevada.

Could MRI Help Identify Early-Stage PPID?
Researchers concluded that MRI can effectively show pituitary gland and pars intermedia size, as well as small details not readily visible on CT scans.

NTRA Safety, Integrity Alliance Reaccredits Monmouth Park
Monmouth Park first received accreditation shortly after the alliance’s inception in 2009.
BVA: Vets Vital in Post-Brexit Animal Health, Welfare Vision
Around 50% of veterinarians registering to practice in the U.K. are from overseas, with most coming from the EU.

Mixed Economic Outlook for Equine Industry in 2017
Some researchers and equestrians predict a rebound is coming, but not all horse industry members share the enthusiasm.
Veterinarians, Farriers Team Up for Lameness Cases
Veterinarians and farriers recently collaborated on a case of bilateral keratomas in a 6-year-old Holsteiner mare.
AHP Names the 2017 Student Travel Award Winners
Annise Montplaisir, Taylor Pence, and Kaycie Timm will receive a $750 travel award to attend the 2017 AHP conference.
Teach Your Horse to Stand While Mounting
Michelle Quirico, of MQ Training in Napa, Calif., shares tips for teaching your horse to stand still as you mount to ride.
EIA, EHM, Strangles Confirmed in Colorado Horses
The state Department of Agriculture is working with the equine industry and veterinarians to contain the diseases.
Pittsburgh Restaurant’s Horsemeat Fare Prompts Investigation
Cure restaurant sparked a federal investigation after it served horsemeat as part of a special dinner menu.

Burning Up: Photosensitization and Sunburn in Horses
Some horses are vulnerable to sun damage. Here’s what to watch for and how to protect against it.

Protecting Horses From Sunburn and Photosensitivity
Do you have a horse with pink skin? Learn how to keep him from burning this summer.



